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Journeyman Electrician

Location: Salmon Arm, B.C.

Position Type: Full-time

Department: Electrical

Wage:  $58,000 – $81,000

For over thirty years, Valid Manufacturing has built a reputation as a world-class hi-tech company designing, engineering and manufacturing innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries.  Our reputation has been built on delivering quality products backed by exceptional customer support.

We believe that exceptional products with great customer service start with employees who are valued and appreciated, and that business thrives when our talented team works cooperatively to solve problems, exchange ideas and find new ways of doing things.

The Journeyman Electrician works under supervision and direction of the Electrical Production Supervisor and is responsible for a variety of electrical assembly duties as related to the manufacturing of Valid Products.

Why Consider Valid?

• Competitive salary, benefits and pension plan.
• Work with a team of skilled individuals who will recognize you for your knowledge, skill, enthusiasm, and passion for your role in our organization.
• Work in a comfortable environment that allows you to get the job done while ensuring that you maintain a healthy work / life balance
• Commitment to ensuring a healthy work environment including balancing work and life.
• Salmon Arm is a great, centrally located community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages.

Responsibilities:

• Wiring and assembly of power distribution kiosks, equipment and enclosures.
• Inspects, monitors and verifies work performed to assure compliance and completion within appropriate standards and regulations.
• Follow electrical distribution layouts and recommend changes as necessary.
• Keep accurate and legible time records in the time collection system.
• As required, provides guidance to assistant electrical assemblers.
• Maintains workspace, tools and equipment in safe, clean and neat condition.

Skills & Abilities:

• Willingness to contribute and participate as part of the team, shows initiative.
• Strong organizational ability, good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematic drawings required for the electrical assembly of a wide variety of electrical related products.
• Must be able to use hands and arms to reach for, grasp, and manipulate objects skillfully.
• Uses critical thinking skills to analyze problems systematically, organize information, find root causes and generate options or solutions.
• Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times.

Requirements:

• A valid Journeyman Electrician Certificate is preferred, however 3^rd or 4^th year apprentices with relevant work experience will be considered.
• Exhibits maturity, professionalism, and a customer-first focus.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment an asset.
• Must be physically fit with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Required to work shift work and should be available to work overtime if requested.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to careers@validmfg.com introducing yourself and telling us why you think you are a good fit with us here at Valid.  Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence. (Please note that we are not accepting out of country applicants at this time.)

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about us, please go to www.validmfg.com.

Shipper

Location: Salmon Arm, B.C.

Position Type: Full-time

Wage:  $22.00 – $30.00 per hour

For over thirty years, Valid Manufacturing has built a reputation as a world-class hi-tech company designing engineering and manufacturing innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries.  Our reputation has been built on delivering quality products backed by exceptional customer support.

We believe that exceptional products with great customer service start with employees who are valued and appreciated, and that business thrives when our talented team works cooperatively to solve problems, exchange ideas and find new ways of doing things.

The Shipper will work under supervision and direction of the shipping lead hand. This individual is accountable for the care and handling of all outbound shipments  The Shipper provides assistance and support to manufacturing programs and procedures.

Why Consider Valid?

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Company pension plan that recognizes and rewards length of service
• Commitment to ensuring a healthy work environment including balancing work and life
• Supported training and development
• Salmon Arm is a great, centrally located community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages

Responsibilities:

• Pick and package outgoing shipments
• Build pallets or crates as required
• Involved in the monitoring and handling of shop supplies and floor stock
• Communicate any ideas, suggestions or concerns that will improve the material handling at Valid Manufacturing Ltd.
• Uses handcart, hoist or forklift to assist with material handling

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to follow direction and coaching
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to solve problems independently
• Self-motivated, uses initiative, detail oriented
• Proven organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills

Requirements:

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid BC driver’s license
• Ability to use power tools – table saw, chop saw, power saw, nail gun, skill saw etc.
• Ability to build pallets and/or crates
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs repeatedly
• Must be able to use ladders
• Must be able to stoop, kneel and crouch at times to perform assigned tasks
• Must be able to stand for long periods

Working Conditions:

• May occasionally work outdoors
• Fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work individually as well as part of a team
• Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times
• May be required to work shift work and should be available to work overtime if requested

Reflective of the community we work in, Valid recognizes that work / life balance is important, and we are committed to ensuring that this is a company and career you will want to grow with. At Valid, we will keep you interested and rewarded while at work. Our community, and all that the Shuswap / Okanagan region has to offer, will keep you interested and rewarded the rest of the time!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to carreers@validmfg.com introducing yourself and explaining your interest in this role.  Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence.

By applying for this position, you are confirming that you are legally entitled to work in Canada.  We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about us, please go to www.validmfg.com.

Mechanical Designer

Location: Salmon Arm, B.C.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $52,000-$84,000 per year

For over thirty years, Valid Manufacturing has built a reputation as a world-class hi-tech company designing, engineering and manufacturing innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries.  Our reputation has been built on delivering quality products backed by exceptional customer support.  We believe that great customer service starts with employees who are valued and appreciated, and that business thrives when our talented team works cooperatively to solve problems, exchange ideas and find new ways of doing things.

Valid is searching for a Mechanical Designer who is responsible for the maintenance and support of existing product lines and over time will be responsible for the design and development of new products. This role may be assigned several projects simultaneously and will be responsible for their overall success, all while working closely with other departments within the company.

Why Consider Valid?

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Company pension plan that recognizes and rewards length of service.
• Work with a team of skilled individuals who will recognize you for your knowledge, skill, enthusiasm, and passion for your role in our organization.
• Work in a comfortable environment that allows you to get the job done while ensuring that you maintain a healthy work / life balance.
• Support for your personal and professional development needs.
• Salmon Arm is a great, centrally located, growing community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages.

Responsibilities:

• Supports existing product lines and modifies products according to customer’s specific needs.
• Develops new product variants ensuring that designs are as cost effective as possible.
• Communicates regularly with manufacturing.
• Production and maintenance of all fabrication drawings.
• Ensures accuracy of bill of materials and fabrication procedures.
• Gains knowledge of manufacturing processes to support decision making.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-orientated, well organized with good troubleshooting skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to deal with setbacks.
• Work as part of a team with an ability to work independently when necessary.
• Take responsibility and initiative for the success of a project and work effectively with others involved.
• Open to positive and constructive feedback.
• Ability to take input from a range of sources and incorporate them into the best design possible.
• Ability to make quick decisions.

Requirements:

• Mechanical Engineering Technologist Diploma or Engineering Degree.
• Previous SolidWorks work experience.
• Good working knowledge of design tables and sheet metal parts.
• Must have competent computer skills with MS Office products.
• Experience in the design of weldments, machined parts and sheet metal parts an asset.
• Experience in relative costing of various manufacturing processes an asset.

Working Conditions: 

• Office environment
• Occasional overtime may be required

Reflective of the community we work in, Valid recognizes that work/life balance is important.  At Valid, we will keep you interested and rewarded while at work, and we are committed to ensuring that this is a company and career you will want to grow with!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to careers@validmfg.com introducing yourself and telling us why you think you are a good fit with us here at Valid.  Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence. (Please note that we are not accepting out of country applicants at this time.)

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about us, please go to www.validmfg.com.